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realize in German

realize in German is erkennen, feststellen, sich bewusst werden — realize means to become fully aware of a fact or situation, especially one that was true all along.

realize in German

erkennen
verb
feststellen
verb
sich bewusst werden
verb
realisieren
verb
To convert (an asset or property, especially investments such as bonds, shares, etc.) into a more easily usable form such as money, especially by selling the asset or property.
verwirklichen
verb
(chiefly, passive voice, slightly, _, formal) To convert (something imaginary or planned, as a goal or idea) into reality; to bring into real existence, to make real. [from early 17th c.]
realisieren
verb
(chiefly, passive voice, slightly, _, formal) To convert (something imaginary or planned, as a goal or idea) into reality; to bring into real existence, to make real. [from early 17th c.]

What does "realize" mean?

  1. verb To become fully aware of a fact or situation, especially one that was true all along.
    "She didn't realize how late it was until the sun came up."
  2. verb To turn a plan, goal, or idea into actual reality.
    "The company finally realized its vision of an all-electric fleet."
  3. verb To sell an asset or investment and convert it into cash, or the profit gained by doing so.
    "He realized a tidy profit when he sold the shares."

realize in a sentence

  • She didn't realize how late it was until the sun came up.
  • He realized halfway through the meeting that he had the wrong file.
  • The company finally realized its vision of an all-electric fleet.
  • She worked for years to realize her dream of opening a bakery.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "realize" in German?

"realize" in German is erkennen, feststellen, sich bewusst werden. realize means: To become fully aware of a fact or situation, especially one that was true all along.

How do you use "realize" in a sentence?

Example: "She didn't realize how late it was until the sun came up." In German, "realize" is erkennen, feststellen, sich bewusst werden.

Are there other ways to say "realize" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "realize": erkennen, feststellen, sich bewusst werden, realisieren, verwirklichen.

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